Good enough for Goonies

We went to Astoria again for Kristen's birthday last weekend. No disappointment here, it's still a great little town with lots to do and see.

Trip highlights:

T-Paul's Urban Cafe- Good food without the upscale b.s. One of the owners was also our server. They cook up fabulous food at affordable prices. If you go, try one of the many quesidilla selections. You wouldn't believe what they can cook up on two (yes, only two) burners! Fun decor included a couch, a door hanging from the ceiling, a window also hanging from the ceiling and a fish tank resembling a coral reef.

Goonies house- yep, I saw and took pictures of the Goonie's house and the jail. I'm a dork, so what.

Long Beach, Washington- Not all that exciting, kind of turned into a tourist trap. Lots of video games and bumper cars. Washington's version of Seaside.

Ilwaco, Washington- Ate at some greasy spoon on the boardwalk. Can't remember the name of the place, probably because I don't want to.

Astor Column- beautiful view from up there. Didn't climb the column this time- I hate climbing that thing, it's old, crowded and has no windows. Not to mention I'm afraid of heights.

Astoria Farmer's Market- We were told by a vendor it's the 2nd biggest in Oregon. It was pretty big and definitely fun. I could see buying a lot of stuff if I lived in town.

Astoria is our favorite coastal (sort of) town. If you haven't visited, it's less than 2 hours away from Portland, what are you waiting for?